The Occultist: There is no living soul on this island – or is there?
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August 8, 2024
Valladolid, Spain / Hamburg, Germany / August 8, 2024 - Daedalic Entertainment, in collaboration with developer DALOAR, is thrilled to announce their latest game, "The Occultist." This first-person horror experience invites players to join paranormal investigator Alan Rebels on his most terrifying investigation yet, promising an immersive and spine-tingling experience. "The Occultist" is set for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox and PC in 2025. Check it out on Steam.
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In "The Occultist" players will step into the shoes of Alan Rebels as he embarks on a harrowing journey to the enigmatic island of Godstone, determined to uncover the truth behind his father's mysterious disappearance. Equipped with his mystical pendulum, Alan must navigate the foggy streets and eerie buildings of Godstone, a place once home to a notorious cult known for its disturbing experiments and rituals.
"Images are engraved in my mind that would make any man tremble in fear...but I am not just any man. I am The Occultist."
Key Features of "The Occultist":
- Mystic Pendulum: Utilize the pendulum's five unique mechanics to interact with and manipulate the environment.
- First-Person Experience: Immerse yourself in the foreboding world of "The Occultist" through Alan's eyes.
- Survival Horror: Experience tense exploration, atmospheric environments, and a gripping, personal narrative.
- Next-Gen Graphics: Enjoy a visually stunning and immersive horror experience.
- Hide and Sneak: Employ stealth mechanics to navigate the story without direct combat.
- Memorable Characters: Encounter adversaries that make the investigation a true nightmare.
- Puzzles: Solve a variety of puzzles that require insight into the occult.
- Original Soundtrack: Featuring music by renowned composer Pepe Herrero.
The story of "The Occultist" unfolds as Alan Rebels explores Godstone, using his paranormal talents to communicate with the ominous souls that linger in its desolate streets and buildings. As he delves deeper into the island's dark history, Alan's convictions about the occult are put to the ultimate test.
Prepare yourself for a gripping and terrifying adventure like no other. "The Occultist" is set to deliver an unparalleled horror experience that will leave players questioning what is truly possible in the world of the occult.
For more information, visit Daedalic Entertainment's website and check out DALOAR (formerly Pentakill Studios).
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About DALOAR
DALOAR (formerly Pentakill Studios) is a video game company founded in 2021, built upon years of experience in computer graphics and development. The company's origins trace back to the creation of iVisual, dedicated to advancing training in 3D technologies and video games.
Currently, the team of 32 professionals works on-site in Valladolid, Spain. The studio is fully engrossed in the development of our debut first-person horror video game, "The Occultist" which has already amassed over 30 awards and nominations since its announcement. Follow Daloar on social media: https://linktr.ee/daloar.
About Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 17 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The line-up of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new line-up of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Capes, Unrailed!, REVEIL, Potion Tycoon, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish! and more.
Please look out for upcoming games like Reveil, Capes, Woodo, Magin: The Rat Project Stories, Edge of Sanity, Wild Woods, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house Nacon. For more, please visit: https://press.daedalic.com/. Follow Daedalic Entertainment on Steam, so you don't miss out on future releases: https://store.steampowered.com/developer/daedalic/